1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1981 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 668 kg more than 1981 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 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Aspen | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
