1968 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1984 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |