1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 464 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
