1980 Bitter SC vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 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 64 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
