1980 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 19 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 120 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Bora |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
