1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Reatta | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
