1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 34 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, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 266 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 1978 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Edge |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |