1983 Bitter SC vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | SC | Riviera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |