I don't think I'd use the word "inferior" to describe the difference. But I definitely think Tony has better debating skills, Tony is just so much more prepared.
Both men are principled conservatives. Both are brilliant. Rush is a better entertainer who can make conservatism more palatable to more people through his skits and wit. Tony is a better researcher and reporter (which after all is his background) and probably would do better in formal scored debates. They both are brilliant in their own way and I wouldn't trade either of them for anyone on the DUmmies side of the house.