2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
