1984 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Debonair | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
