1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 151 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Diplomat | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
