1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |