1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 109 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
