2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 628 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Jeep | Bitter |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 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 |
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 | 1978 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |