1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Galant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
