2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1984 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Titan | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |
