2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 15 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 910 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bitter |
Model | Tahoe | SC |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |