1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 27 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | Crown |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |