1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 636 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Diplomat | Luce |
Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |