1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1912 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Celeste | CLC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
