1998 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1998 Cadillac DeVille and 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac DeVille (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 379 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | DeVille | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |