1972 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1989 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Galant | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |