1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Celeste | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
