1986 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Bitter | Plymouth |
| Model | SC | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
