1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 695 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 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | SC | Sienna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |