1981 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 504 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Bitter SC 1993 Buick Roadmaster
Make Bitter Buick
Model SC Roadmaster
Year Released 1981 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2969 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1854 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2950 mm


 

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