1981 Bitter SC vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord 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 114 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1974 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | SC | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
