1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 1983 Holden Statesman 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. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Bitter | Holden |
Model | Type III | Statesman |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |