1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 31 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
