1984 Bitter SC vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 151 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | SC | 66 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
