2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
