1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Celeste | Compass |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
