1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | SC | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |