1991 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
