2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 487 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 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 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | Carrera GT | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
