1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 362 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Bitter | Pontiac |
Model | Diplomat | Solstice |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |