1986 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 228 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1986 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1986 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
