2007 Lexus LS vs. 1989 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1989 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | LS | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 47 L |
