1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Bitter | Oldsmobile |
Model | Diplomat | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |