2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 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 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Falcon | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 47 L |
