1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 652 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.
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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Firebird | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Firebird | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
