1983 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
