1986 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1986 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 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | SC | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |