1983 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 649 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.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
