1993 Rover 200 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
