2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1160 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Celeste |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |