1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Diplomat | Levante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
