2008 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 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 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 1986 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Honda | Bitter |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
