1983 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 19 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
