1980 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 16 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 108 L |
