1984 Bitter SC vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Bitter | Volvo |
Model | SC | 343 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |