1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 800 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.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Celeste | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
