1985 Bitter SC vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC 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 31 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Bitter | Bitter |
| Model | SC | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
