1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 238 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1367 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2576 mm |