1984 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercury |
| Model | SC | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
