1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 34 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | Diplomat | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
