2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Bonneville | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Pontiac | Bitter |
Model | Bonneville | SC |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |