1981 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | SC | Luce |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |