1986 Bitter SC vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 654 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
