2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 189 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
