1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
