1971 Renault 10 vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. Both 1971 Renault 10 and 1985 Skoda Rapid R are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 1985 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 10 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
