2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 668 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
