1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | Diplomat | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |