1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 29 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 73 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 276 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | Diplomat | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
