1984 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Compass |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
