1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Galant | L |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |