1981 Bitter SC vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | SC | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |