1984 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
