1985 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | SC | Wind |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
