1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 20 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1975 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 1975 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Bitter | Pontiac |
Model | Diplomat | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |