1980 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Celeste | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
