1996 Ford Contour vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour, 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Contour | Celeste |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |