1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | Diplomat | Express |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |