1990 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda Rapid R | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Rapid R | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
