2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 30 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Honda | Bitter |
| Model | Ridgeline | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
