1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 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 43 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 461 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | Diplomat | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
