1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 334 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Lancer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
