1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Diplomat | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
