1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1979 Opel Kadett

To start off, both 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste and 1979 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 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 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mitsubishi Celeste 1979 Opel Kadett
Make Mitsubishi Opel
Model Celeste Kadett
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1410 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 90 HP
Torque 118 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2520 mm


 

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