1991 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Honda | Bitter |
Model | Accord | SC |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |