1985 Bitter SC vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
