1984 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 282 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
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 (312 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Bitter | Vauxhall |
| Model | SC | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
