1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 656 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Catera | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
