1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 328 kg more than 1992 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 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
