1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Volvo 440 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | Type III | 440 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
