1989 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 738 kg more than 1989 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda Rapid R | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rapid R | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
