1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | Platina |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |