1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 33 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 123 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
Model | Diplomat | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2604 mm |