1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
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, 2006 Nissan Murano, 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Diplomat | Murano |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |