2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC.
Because 1986 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 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Bitter |
| Model | Sentra | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
