1995 Lexus SC vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus SC | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
