2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
