1984 Rover Vitesse 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 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 590 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 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Rover Vitesse | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | Vitesse | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |