1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
