1984 Bitter SC vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 1984 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 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
