2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 830 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | Celeste |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |