1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Diplomat | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
