2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 198 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Bitter |
| Model | Quest | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |
