1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
