1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Because 1968 Opel 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 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Trans Sport | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |