1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Firebird 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bitter | Pontiac |
Model | Diplomat | Firebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |