1984 Reliant SE6 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1984 Reliant SE6 is newer by 1 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 400 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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant SE6 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | SE6 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |