1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 434 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
