1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (570 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
