1984 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | SC | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
