1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diplomat | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
