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 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (145 HP @ 5600 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 242 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 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 | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
