1982 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1983 Toyota Cressida is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 320 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, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Skoda Rapid R | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Rapid R | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
