1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 31 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Celeste | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
