1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Diplomat | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
