1982 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 30 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 425 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1982 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1982 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
| Model | SC | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
