1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |