1987 Nissan Santana vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1987 Nissan Santana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Santana | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Bitter |
| Model | Santana | SC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
