1983 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |