1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 657 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celeste | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
