1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 873 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Celeste | CTS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |