1983 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore 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 29 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Bitter | Opel |
Model | SC | Commodore |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |