1981 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
