1985 Bitter SC vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1985 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Savana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
