1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 33 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 146 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bitter | Lada |
| Model | Diplomat | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
