2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (260 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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 (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Eclipse | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
