1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 26 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 492 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1979 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Diplomat | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
