1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda Rapid R | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Rapid R | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
