1984 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | SC | Dart |
Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |