1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste

To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 892 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model Land Cruiser Celeste
Year Released 1996 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 1439 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2350 mm


 

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