2003 Seat Altea vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1985 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 1985 Skoda Rapid R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Altea | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
