1981 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Capri | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.6 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 | 990 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 |