1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | Diplomat | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2748 mm |
