1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 624 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bitter | GMC |
Model | Diplomat | Sierra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
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 | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |