1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 86 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 174 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Diplomat | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
