1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 134 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Bitter SC | |
Make | Buick | Bitter |
Model | LeSabre | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |