2002 Rover 75 vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 542 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.
Because 1984 Skoda Rapid R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 75 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
