1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 639 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celeste | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
