1979 Bitter SC vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 31 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1065 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Bitter | GMC |
Model | SC | Savana |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |