1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1999 Mazda B3000 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B3000 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3000 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
