1984 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 399 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | SC | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |