1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 107 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 256 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | Diplomat | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
