1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | 2105 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |