1984 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Celeste |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |