1984 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 22 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
| Model | SC | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
