1985 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 81 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
