1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 291 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Diplomat | Dart |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |