1985 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 11 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Bitter | Volvo |
Model | SC | V90 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |