1985 Bitter SC vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 23 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 526 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC. 2008 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. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | SC | Savana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 2141 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 |
