1986 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 24 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
Model | SC | Equator |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |