1984 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | SC | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
