1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 695 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Camaro | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
