2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 341 kg more than 1981 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 Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Dodge | Bitter |
Model | Nitro | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |