1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | Diplomat | V70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
