1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, both 1982 Chevrolet Corvette and 1982 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 607 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 99 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |