2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Eclipse | Capa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2370 mm |
