1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Maverick | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
