1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1984 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 kg more than 1984 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Camaro | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |