1980 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 294 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
