1981 Bitter SC vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 15 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Bitter | GAZ |
| Model | SC | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
