2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra 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 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |