2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 805 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.
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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
