1983 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 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, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | SC | MR2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |