2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 92 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Bitter |
| Model | Armada | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
