1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 1996 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
