1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 18 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 89 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Diplomat | Maxima |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |