1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, both 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 and 1985 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 200 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |