2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 606 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Bitter |
| Model | Sprinter | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| 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 | 178 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 | 1956 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
