1982 Bitter SC vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | SC | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
