2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-8 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
