2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |