1986 Bitter SC vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 97 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1981 Honda Accord, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1986 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
