2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
