1985 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1983 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bitter | Buick |
Model | SC | Electra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3848 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |