1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 419 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Diplomat | Highlander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |