1979 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 131 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bitter SC 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Bitter | Eagle |
| Model | SC | Summit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
