2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eclipse | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
