1979 Volvo 164 vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 164.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 164. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 164 | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Volvo | Bitter |
| Model | 164 | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2690 mm |
