1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1315 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | Celeste | Durango |
Year Released | 1979 | 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 | 290 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3043 mm |