1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 24 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Celeste | Montero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
