1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 354 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | Diplomat | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
