1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 671 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | Diplomat | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
