1985 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 21 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
