1981 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | SC | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
