1983 Toyota Cressida vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1983 Toyota Cressida is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 252 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Cressida | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cressida | Celeste |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |