1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1515 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Celeste | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 4180 mm |
