1984 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 15 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 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, 1999 Honda Legend, 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Legend |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
