1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | SC | Freelander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |