1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
