1983 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 24 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4160 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
