1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |