2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rexton | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
