1983 Bitter SC vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 730 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
