1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 755 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Bitter SC 2010 Honda Odyssey
Make Bitter Honda
Model SC Odyssey
Year Released 1981 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2969 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5133 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1778 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3000 mm


 

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