1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2001 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2001 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Eclipse | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
