1983 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 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 20 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 264 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
