1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 11 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Diplomat | Durango |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |