1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Celeste | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
