1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
