1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 26 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 273 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diplomat | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
