2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eclipse | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
