1984 Bitter SC vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |