1984 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 28 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 54 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
