1994 Rover 200 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 335 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 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
