2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 720 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 STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2009 Cadillac STS 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. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
