1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 238 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | Diplomat | Sorento |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |