1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 351 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | Diplomat | Dart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
