2005 GMC Safari vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 544 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | GMC | Bitter |
Model | Safari | SC |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |