1983 Bitter SC vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
