1981 Bitter SC vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 395 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 Cadillac Seville, 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 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | SC | Seville |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |