1980 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 258 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
