1990 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Because 1990 Skoda Rapid R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda Rapid R | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | Rapid R | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
