1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Galant | Octavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |