1993 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1985 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 1985 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
