1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 20 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 122 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Bitter | Holden |
Model | Diplomat | Nova |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |