1986 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 994 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2947 mm |
