1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Festiva | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
