1983 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Torana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
