1987 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Skoda Rapid R | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Rapid R | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
