2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bitter |
| Model | Express | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 2385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
