2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Dion | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
