1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Viper | Celeste |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |