1996 Honda CRX vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CRX | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |