1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 133 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5680 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 177 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 | 1187 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |