2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1984 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1984 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | E-150 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 47 L |
