1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | Diplomat | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
