2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 694 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bitter |
| Model | Town & Country | SC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
