1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 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 109 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | Diplomat | Musso |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
