1983 Bitter SC vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC 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 43 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | SC | Regal |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
