1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Celeste | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
