1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 680 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
