1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 754 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | Diplomat | Discovery |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |