1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Celeste | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
