1982 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 98 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
