1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet S-10 and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | S-10 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |