1979 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 122 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
