1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 662 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |
