1983 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 223 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
Model | SC | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |