1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 4 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | Hilux |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |