1989 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 642 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda Rapid R | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rapid R | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
