2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 640 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Bitter |
| Model | Equus | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
