1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Camaro | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |