2006 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Acura | Bitter |
| Model | MDX | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
