1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Diplomat | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
