1983 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1983 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
