1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.

Because 1984 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Bitter SC 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Bitter Toyota
Model SC Sienna
Year Released 1984 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3849 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 207 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.5 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2910 mm


 

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