1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 28 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Diplomat | Drifter |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |