1984 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 17 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2001 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
