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


 

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