1986 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
