2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
