1985 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
