1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1977 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 141 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | Diplomat | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
