1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1995 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 17 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 44 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 216 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1995 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Astro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
