1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 33 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 11 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Bitter Diplomat 2009 Dodge Nitro
Make Bitter Dodge
Model Diplomat Nitro
Year Released 1976 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 228 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 419 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2770 mm


 

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