1983 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 22 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
