1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 29 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2007 Ford Freestyle, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
