1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 29 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
