1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Diplomat | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
