1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 36 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 45 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 51 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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | Diplomat | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2858 mm |
