1984 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 322 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
