1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
