1978 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1991 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Capri | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |