1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1082 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1983 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1983 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
