1964 Renault 8 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 627 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 8 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2576 mm |
