1980 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 29 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | SC | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
