2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1989 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1989 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1989 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | MCC | Skoda |
| Model | ForTwo | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
