1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Diplomat | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
