1981 Bitter SC vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 28 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 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 573 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
Model | SC | Stavic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |