1980 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1986 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
