2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1145 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 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sable | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
