2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | S2000 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
