1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 81 L |