1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 648 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | Diplomat | Express |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3440 mm |