1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eclipse | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |