1981 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 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), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1075 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | Armada |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 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 | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |