1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 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 163 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 396 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | Diplomat | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
