1981 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
