1986 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 6 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. 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, 1992 Honda Legend, 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Legend |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
