1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | Diplomat | Outback |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
