1981 Bitter SC vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
