2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
