1984 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Impala |
Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |