1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 164 kg more than 1987 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
