1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser 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 126 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 508 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. 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, 1981 Ford Laser, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser. 1981 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Type III | Laser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
