2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nitro | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
