1981 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1435 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 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
