2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 16 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 445 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, 2003 Ford Econovan (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Econovan | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
