1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 37 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 97 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Bitter | Acura |
| Model | Diplomat | RDX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
