1983 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3350 mm |
