1981 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 1981 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 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra, 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1986 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | SC | Electra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
