1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2576 mm |