1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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 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 30 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Celeste | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
