1979 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 634 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1979 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1979 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Bitter SC 2007 Honda Odyssey
Make Bitter Honda
Model SC Odyssey
Year Released 1979 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3010 mm