1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 36 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 932 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mitsubishi Celeste 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Celeste FJ Cruiser
Year Released 1976 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1439 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 918 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4671 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2690 mm


 

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