1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 178 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |