1994 Rover 100 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 11 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 20 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, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 100 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 100 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |