1985 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Nissan Serena

To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Bitter SC 1998 Nissan Serena
Make Bitter Nissan
Model SC Serena
Year Released 1985 1998
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2740 mm


 

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