1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. 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, 1998 Volvo C70, 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | Type III | C70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
