1981 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | CR-V |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |