1981 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 21 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 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
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, 2002 Mercury Villager, 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Bitter | Mercury |
Model | SC | Villager |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |