1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Celeste | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2896 mm |
