1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 37 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Diplomat | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2741 mm |