1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 29 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 580 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 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 2010 Land Rover LR2 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. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | SC | LR2 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |