1992 Lancia Hyena vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 347 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.

Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Hyena has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Lancia Hyena 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Lancia Mitsubishi
Model Hyena Eclipse
Year Released 1992 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 251 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1148 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2576 mm


 

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