1983 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Bitter | Volvo |
Model | SC | 960 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |