1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 756 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Bitter | Marcos |
Model | Diplomat | Mantara |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |