1984 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1990 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | SC | Seville |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |