1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercury |
| Model | SC | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
