1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire has manual transmission. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
Model | Starfire | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |