2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Celeste |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |