1982 Ford Granada vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 562 kg more than 1983 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 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Granada | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
