1981 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
