1981 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 31 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 605 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 1981 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
