1981 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 1981 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Juke |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
