1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 294 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
| Model | Diplomat | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
