1982 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 337 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 1982 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 1982 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
