1981 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | Frontier |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |