2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-150 | Celeste |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |