1980 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 966 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
