1980 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Because 1980 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 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
