1984 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 19 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 500 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 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | SC | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
