1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 34 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 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | Diplomat | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2499 mm |
