1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 221 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lumina | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
