1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 957 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Biscayne | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 47 L |
