2010 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1440 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.
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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2350 mm |
