1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 887 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
