1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Bitter Diplomat 1992 Ford Fairlane
Make Bitter Ford
Model Diplomat Fairlane
Year Released 1979 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 419 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2930 mm


 

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