1985 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 344 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 1985 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2011 Honda Pilot 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. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2774 mm |
