1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 867 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Celeste | Charger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3053 mm |
