1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2728 mm |
