1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Diplomat | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
