1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | Diplomat | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
