1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Berlina | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
