1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 790 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Diplomat | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |