1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Bitter | GMC |
Model | Diplomat | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 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 | 1680 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |