1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 1980 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bitter |
| Model | Camaro | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
