1984 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 64 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, 2011 Ford Escape, 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 (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
