1981 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 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, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 9 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | Sentra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |