1983 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 19 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 383 kg more 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | SC | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
