1980 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
