1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 273 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
