1986 Bitter SC vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
