1999 Honda Today vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1999 Honda Today 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 Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today 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 Today 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 Today. (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 Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Today | 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
