2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 23 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Land Rover | Bitter |
Model | Range Rover Sport | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |