1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | ZIL |
| Model | Celeste | 114 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3770 mm |
