1980 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 32 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
