2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 19 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Eclipse | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
