1982 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 710 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
