1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 653 kg more than 1981 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 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | Mondial | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1505 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |