1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 324 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
