2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 23 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tacuma | Celeste |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |