1985 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 496 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Routan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3078 mm |
