2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 31 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Q7 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
