1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Diplomat | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |