1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 356 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pilot, 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
