1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
