1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
