2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 909 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Bitter |
| Model | Sprinter | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2690 mm |
