1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 692 kg more than 1985 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Viper | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |