1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 504 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |