2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 338 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
