1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda Rapid R | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Skoda | Pagani |
| Model | Rapid R | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
