1984 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Express |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
