1985 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 1986 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Bitter |
| Model | Belmont | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
