1981 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 605 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
