1994 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2576 mm |
