1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 30 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1976 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
