1986 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 76 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Bitter | Vauxhall |
Model | SC | Carlton |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |