1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
