2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |