1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1986 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 487 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1986 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |