1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 34 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 690 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Edge |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3505 mm |