1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 28 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 100 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 324 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
| Model | Diplomat | KB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
