1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Celeste | 604 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |