2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |