2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G37 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
