2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 902 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quest | Celeste |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |