1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 56 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 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, 2012 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Diplomat | Murano |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |