2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Buick | Bitter |
| Model | LaCrosse | SC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
