1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Bitter |
| Model | RX-7 | SC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
