1979 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 21 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 114 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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 SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
