1981 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 690 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 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1986 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1986 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Avanti | Skoda |
| Model | Avanti | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
