1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 23 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 55 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | Diplomat | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
