1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 28 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 113 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 169 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diplomat | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
