1991 Audi S2 vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R

To start off, both 1991 Audi S2 and 1991 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi S2 1991 Skoda Rapid R
Make Audi Skoda
Model S2 Rapid R
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2226 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 216 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 309 Nm 99 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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