1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat 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 129 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 496 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Diplomat | Prairie |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |