1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 34 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 682 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Celeste | BLS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
