1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 895 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 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | Highlander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |