1986 Bitter SC vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
