1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 30 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 895 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Skoda | Infiniti |
Model | Rapid R | G |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |