1979 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 499 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
