1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercury |
| Model | Celeste | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
