1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 294 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | Diplomat | Caprice |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |