1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 17 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 126 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 641 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC, 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Bitter | Saturn |
Model | Diplomat | SC |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |