1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 27 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DeVille | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2576 mm |
