1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 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 25 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 14 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1974 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 1974 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | Diplomat | Riviera |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |