1992 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 530 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 320 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
