1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
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 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 15 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda Rapid R | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Rapid R | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
