2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
