1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 412 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Celeste | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3240 mm |