1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 673 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1982 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1982 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
