1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 63 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
Model | Diplomat | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |