1982 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | SC | Defender |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |