1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, both 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste and 1978 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Celeste | 18 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |