1985 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | SC | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
