1981 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 22 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
