1984 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1984 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1984 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Skoda Rapid R | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Rapid R | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
