2003 Porsche 996 vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1992 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 996 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
