2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 664 kg more than 1984 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | Rapid R |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
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 | 350 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |