1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Sapporo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
