1983 Bitter SC vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 1989 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
