2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bitter |
Model | Tahoe | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |