2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1540 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 2007 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 47 L |
