1979 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 19 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 31 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 364 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
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 SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | SC | MPV |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |