1986 Bitter SC vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 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 24 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 604. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
Model | SC | 604 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |