1985 Bitter SC vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | SC | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
