2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 800 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 2003 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2003 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
