1979 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 31 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 449 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
