2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 882 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer 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:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
