1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 38 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 632 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Diplomat | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3042 mm |