2011 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 197 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, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Accord | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Honda | Bitter |
Model | Accord | SC |
Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2690 mm |