2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Eclipse | Integra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
