1983 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 7 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, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 83 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bitter | Opel |
Model | SC | Omega |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |