1983 Bitter SC vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | SC | Supra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |