1986 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 535 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Skoda Rapid R | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Rapid R | 116 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
