1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1983 Skoda Rapid R and 1983 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Nova, 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 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda Rapid R | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rapid R | Nova |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
