1985 Bitter SC vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 112 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | SC | Aspen |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |