1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Celeste |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |