1981 Bitter SC vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 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), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 300 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.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1994 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | SC | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |