1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Celeste | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
