1983 Bitter SC vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
