1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
Model | SC | Equator |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |