2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
