1984 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 23 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 83 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
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, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
