2006 BMW 120 vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 985 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 120 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
