2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B 10 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
