1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Bitter | Volvo |
Model | Diplomat | 242 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |