1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Diplomat | Armada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
