1979 Holden GTS vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 1983 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1979 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Holden | Bitter |
Model | GTS | SC |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |