1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
