1984 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
