1981 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
