1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, both 1992 Dodge Caravan and 1992 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 553 kg more than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Caravan | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |