1981 Bitter SC vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 890 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1981 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
