1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 21 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 389 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Bitter 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 1977 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Cougar |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |