1984 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 915 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | SC | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |