1984 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | SC | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |