1984 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 431 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
