1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 36 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 720 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Diplomat | B2300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |