2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 985 kg more than 1985 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 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Silvia | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
