2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
