1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 179 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | Diplomat | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
