1981 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
| Model | SC | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
