2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa 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 133 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
