1987 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 1302 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 28 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Skoda Rapid R | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rapid R | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
