1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Buick Skylark. 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | Diplomat | Skylark |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |