1984 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bitter | Opel |
Model | SC | Omega |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |