1985 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | SC | Equus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
