1974 Volvo 140 vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 140 | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Volvo | Bitter |
| Model | 140 | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
