1984 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ford Tempo, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
