2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 163 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Avalanche | Celeste |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |