1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 48 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Commander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
