1986 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 107 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | SC | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
