1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 27 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 257 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 1974 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | Diplomat | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
