1979 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 674 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1979 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1979 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Caprice |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |