1980 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 475 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Celeste | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
