1990 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 23 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 527 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Skoda | Scion |
| Model | Rapid R | tC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
