1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 738 kg more than 1992 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 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1992 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | LeSabre | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |