1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 31 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diplomat | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
