1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
| Model | Diplomat | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
