1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diplomat | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
