2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Eclipse | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 77 L |
