1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 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 119 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | Diplomat | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
