1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1978 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |