2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 747 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1912 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
