1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Diplomat | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
