2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 42 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 1983 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Ford | Bitter |
| Model | Mustang | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
