1984 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 284 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | SC | Xterra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |