1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
