1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 970 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 47 L |
