1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 21 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, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | SC | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
