1983 Bitter SC vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 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 54 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Bitter | Volvo |
Model | SC | 244 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |