2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 341 kg more than 1986 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Dodge | Bitter |
Model | Durango | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |