1984 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 8 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, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 293 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | SC | Escort |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |