1985 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1985 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
