1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 109 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |