1984 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | SC | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86.4 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 | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |