1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
