2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1748 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
