1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | MCC | Skoda |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |
