1999 Honda Life vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 17 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Life | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
