2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 54 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 564 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Sera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |