1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 21 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 815 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stealth | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
