1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1993 Toyota Supra

To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 14 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.

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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Bitter Diplomat 1993 Toyota Supra
Make Bitter Toyota
Model Diplomat Supra
Year Released 1979 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 419 Nm 598 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1116 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2560 mm


 

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