1981 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 260 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
