2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 639 kg more than 1980 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tahoe | Celeste |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |