1975 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 58 kg more than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
