1989 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1989 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. Both 1989 Skoda Rapid R and 1978 Volvo 66 are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, 1989 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1989 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda Rapid R | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Rapid R | 66 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
