1985 Bitter SC vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | SC | 760 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
