1984 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 668 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.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | SC | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
