1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Expedition |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |