1983 Ford Laser vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Because 1985 Skoda Rapid R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
