2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1584 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
