1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | Diplomat | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |