1980 Bitter SC vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC 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 25 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | SC | 265 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
