1982 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 986 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
