1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
