1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
