1986 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, both 1986 Honda Civic and 1986 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1986 Skoda Rapid R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
