2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 25 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), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 126 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bitter |
Model | Lumina | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |