2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 563 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
