2012 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 904 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2350 mm |
