1981 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 565 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | SC | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |