1984 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1986 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1986 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Estate | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
